Lab Test Technician Senior - SCI

Job Summary

Carry out testing under direct and indirect supervision of received materials, in-process manufacturing samples, and R&D specimens. Train lab technicians, review best practices, and conduct directed R&D.

• Perform material testing in accordance with Zodiac Aerospace and customer specifications.
• Perform in-process testing in accordance with Zodiac Aerospace and customer specifications.
• Sample and analyze rejected materials as needed.
• Carry out non-routine analysis as needed.
• Ensure all materials are sampled as required by applicable material specification, data entered into Royal Four MRP system and lab log.
• Ensure all equipment used is within the calibration date and in proper working order.
• Coordinate testing with the needs of production and receiving inspection.
• Operate under the direction of the Lab Manager and the Quality Manager.
• Work as part of a team within the immediate group, the quality department, and the company as a whole.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Five years experience in a laboratory setting with increasing levels of responsibility. Two years may be substituted with educational experience.
• Mechanical aptitude, fine motor skills, soldering of electrical components.
• Attention to detail.
• Familiar with mathematic calculations, conversions, and units of measure.
• Computer literate in MS Office software suite and web-based computer applications.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Clearly communicate in written and verbal formats.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately and safety in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to work standing for 8-10 hours.
• Familiarity with routine mechanical and chemical laboratory techniques, use of calipers and micrometers, laboratory calculations, sample preparation, use of chemical/physical analytical instrumentation, and mechanical test equipment.
• Minimum education level of HS diploma or equivalent.
• Preferably holds an Associate Degree in Chemical, Quality, or Manufacturing Technology, in addition to a minimum relevant experience. Portions of relevant experience can be substituted for education.